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    Lansdale, PA 19446

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    About Ross-Tech

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    881 Sumneytown Pike
    Lansdale, PA 19446
    USA
    http://www.ross-tech.com
    267-638-2300
    215-893-3816

    More Info on Ross-Tech

    Design and distribution of diagnostic software and interface hardware for VW/Audi/Seat/Skoda - VCDS (VAG-COM Diagnostic System)

    PRODUCTS & PRESS RELEASES

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    Diagnostic & Repair

    Wireless VCDS Professional Kit

    April 6, 2016
    The Ross-Tech Wireless VCDS Professional Kit turns a PC, tablet, or smartphone into a professional solution for VW/Audi diagnostics. Included in the Kit is the HEX-NET Pro Wi-...
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    Shop Management

    HEX-NET VCDS wireless interface

    Nov. 11, 2013
    The Ross-Tech HEX-NET wireless interface expands Ross-Tech’s VCDS Windows PC program, freeing the technician from the inconvenience of wires. VCDS, the factory-level diagnostic...
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    Diagnostic & Repair

    Version 8 VAG-COM diagnostic system

    March 26, 2008
    Ross-Tech's new version of the VAG-COM diagnostic system is usable on the Audi B8 platform, A5/S5 and upcoming all-new A4 model cars. VCDS is designed to turn a standard PC into...
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    Employees & Training

    Ross-Tech website

    Feb. 26, 2008
    On the Ross-Tech website, www.ross-tech.com, you can examine an interactive manual, order products, participate in discussions, read company announcements and news, find information...

    Articles & News

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    Diagnostic & Repair

    Tool Review: Ross-Tech VCDS

    Mattie Gorman
    March 13, 2015
    Howard Pitkow uses this diagnostic tool to perform an auto scan on every vehicle that comes into his repair shop.
    VCDS, while not using 'Guided Fault Finding,' can offer a suggested coding for the module under test.
    Diagnostic & Repair

    Tech Tip: Help with VW/Audi airbag module coding

    April 4, 2013
    Whenever the airbags in a VW or Audi have deployed, crash data is stored in the airbag controller and cannot be cleared. In order to restore the car to proper operation, the airbag...
    A screen shot of the report from the OBDII tool.
    Diagnostic & Repair

    Tech Tip: Does a generic OBD II tool show all codes?

    April 4, 2013
    Generic tools may not always give the complete picture of what's happening with a vehicle.
    Before getting frustrated with diagnosing issues on a vehicle, consider the steps in this Tech Tip.
    Diagnostic & Repair

    Tech Tip: How to avoid damaging rear calipers

    April 4, 2013
    As of 2004, some Audi and VW models have Electronic Parking Brakes (EPB).
    Fig. B: A display of the output for the MAF sensor while doing a full throttle run in second gear.
    Diagnostic & Repair

    Tech Tip: Assistance with diagnosing a VW/Audi MAF failure

    April 4, 2013
    Techs can’t readily determine that the car is down on power because they have no point of reference, since they haven’t been driving the car. What to do?
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    Diagnostic & Repair

    Tech Tip: Help with VW/Audi throttle body alignment

    April 4, 2013
    Tips on diagnosing idling issues by examining the throttle position.

    Videos & Resources

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    Diagnostic & Repair

    Learning key remotes on Audis with the VCDS from Ross Tech video

    June 12, 2013
    This video covers how to learn remotes on the 2001 to 2008 Audi A4, S4, RS4 and Cabriolet vehicles with the 8E or 8H chassis code (7th and 8th digits of the VIN).
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    Diagnostic & Repair

    SRI Resetting with Ross Tech VCDS video

    June 12, 2013
    How to reset the Service Light on VW and Audi vehicles using VCDS.
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    Diagnostic & Repair

    Suspension leveling calibration with Ross Tech VCDS video

    June 12, 2013
    The video covers a walkthrough on doing the Suspension Leveling Calibration as found on some Audi and VW vehicles.
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    Diagnostic & Repair

    VW ABS diagnostics with Ross Tech VCDS video

    June 12, 2013
    This video covers how to do an ABS System Function Test. They recommend not having the VCDS connected during the test drive.
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    Diagnostic & Repair

    Coding Bosch 5.3 and 5.7 ABS Modules with Ross Tech VCDS video

    June 10, 2013
    This video goes through all the steps of ABS coding for the Bosch 5.3 and 5.7 modules found in many VW and Audi vehicles, using a real world example with a 2003 Audi A4.
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    Diagnostic & Repair

    Doing throttle body relearn with Ross Tech VCDS video

    June 10, 2013
    This video shows how to perform the Throttle Body Alignment on VW, Audi, Seat, Skoda and Bentley vehicles.

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    Diagnostic & Repair

    Using the VCDS from Ross Tech to retract electric parking brakes video

    June 10, 2013
    This video covers how to do rear brakes on VW and Audi vehicles with the EPB system.
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    Diagnostic & Repair

    How to use the Auto-Scan function with the Ross Tech VCDS video

    June 10, 2013
    This video features how to use the Auto-Scan feature of VCDS. The video also shows how to add Auto-Scans to emails and web forums.
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    Diagnostic & Repair

    Tech Tip: Help with VW/Audi control module coding

    April 4, 2013
    Tips on determining the coding when replacing a control module in a VW or Audi vehicle.
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    Shop Management

    Ross-Tech VCDS diagnostic software video

    Nov. 28, 2012
    Brief intro into what VCDS can do for technicians. If you work with Volkswagen, Audi, Seat, Skoda or Bentley vehicles, then VCDS give you the same diagnostic capabilities as the...
    Craig Truglia, assistant editor
    Shop Management

    Are we in the age of Autologic?

    Craig Truglia
    Sept. 26, 2012
    Advancements in aftermarket scan tools push the envelope, and give OEs a run for their money.
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    Diagnostic & Repair

    VAG-COM Professional Kit

    Feb. 26, 2008
    New from Ross-Tech is their VAG-COM Professional Kit with aftermarket software for diagnosing 1990 to 2006 model year VW/Audi/Seat and Skoda vehicles. The kit comes complete with...
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    Diagnostic & Repair

    VAG-COM Super Pro-Kit

    Feb. 26, 2008
    Diagnostics For Your PC Ross-Tech recently released the VAG-COM Super Pro-Kit to provide multiple-bay shops with 2 VAG-COM installations at a discounted price. According to the...